Helena, NE
Historical community (former settlement) in Otoe County, Nebraska
Helena is a historical community (former settlement) in Otoe County, Nebraska. It is 3.6 miles NW of Burr, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 68329.
Helena at a glance
- State
- Nebraska
- County
- Otoe County
- ZIP code
- 68329
- Nearest town
- Burr (3.6 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 40.5006, -96.2494
Weather in Helena now
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Helena weather by the hour
Helena weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Helena.
This week in Helena
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Helena
What is the weather usually like in Helena?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 88°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 13°F average low
- 32.3 inprecipitation per year · 820 mm
- 22.4 insnowfall per year · 57 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Helena: May–June and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station TECUMSEH 1S, NE US (USC00258465), adjusted for the elevation of Helena.
Helena weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Helena through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:44 AM | 5:24 PM | 9 h 39 min |
| February | 7:16 AM | 6:01 PM | 10 h 44 min |
| March | 7:34 AM | 7:33 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 6:44 AM | 8:05 PM | 13 h 20 min |
| May | 6:06 AM | 8:36 PM | 14 h 29 min |
| June | 5:52 AM | 8:58 PM | 15 h 6 min |
| July | 6:06 AM | 8:55 PM | 14 h 49 min |
| August | 6:34 AM | 8:24 PM | 13 h 49 min |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:35 PM | 12 h 30 min |
| October | 7:34 AM | 6:46 PM | 11 h 11 min |
| November | 7:10 AM | 5:09 PM | 9 h 58 min |
| December | 7:39 AM | 5:00 PM | 9 h 20 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in Helena?
Helena has a hot-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 13°F (-11°C).
It gets about 32.3 inches (820 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May and the driest is January. Snow is common: about 22 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Helena is May–June and September–October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Helena
The closest live webcam is Syracuse: NE 2: Hwy 2 at - East, 12.4 miles N of Helena.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Helena.
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Questions about Helena
Where is Helena, NE?
Helena is a historical community (former settlement) in Otoe County, Nebraska, 3.6 miles NW of Burr.
What county is Helena in?
Helena is in Otoe County, Nebraska.
What is the ZIP code of Helena, NE?
The ZIP code for Helena is 68329.
What is the nearest town to Helena?
Burr, 3.6 miles away.
Are there webcams near Helena?
Yes. The closest is Syracuse: NE 2: Hwy 2 at - East, 12.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Helena?
July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in Helena?
January, with an average low of 13°F (-11°C).
How much does it rain in Helena?
About 32.3 inches (820 mm) a year; the wettest month is May.
Does it snow in Helena?
Yes, about 22 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Helena?
May–June and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Helena have?
Hot-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfa).
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